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The War on Drugs Has Failed


 

The War on Drugs Has Failed – A Google Tech Talk August 17, 2010 ABSTRACT Presented by Stanford “Neill” Franklin, Police (Ret.) Executive Director, LEAP “It pains me to know that there is…

 

Our Voice: Let's get at the root of teen drug abuse problems
We don't intend to give parenting advice in this column, but do give some weight to Kennewick police Chief Ken Hohenberg's statements that, "Trust works both ways in a relationship." And that if a youth is using drugs, it most likely is a symptom of a …
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More Than Words: The Year in Words 2013

More Than Words: The Year In Words 2013
The word appears in the 2013 edition of each, defined as “an extreme and irrational aversion to transsexuality and transsexual or transgender people. …. “The rhetoric and language of 'the war on drugs' talks about 'abuse' and 'abusers,'” Kelly explained.
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Can I get rid of my hypertension medication?
Kidney problems, some endocrine abnormalities and some drugs (such as arthritis medicines and birth control pills) can cause what is known as secondary hypertension. Secondary hypertension is best treated by treating the underlying problem. The long …
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Moderate Drinking Improves Immune System: Study
"If you have a family history of alcohol abuse, or are at risk, or have been an abuser in the past, we are not recommending you go out and drink to improve your immune system," lead author Ilhem Messaoudi said. "But for the average … Dec 30, 2013 AM …
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The War on Drugs Has Failed. Is Legalization the Answer? Trailer


 

The War on Drugs Has Failed. Is Legalization the Answer? Trailer – Public support for the war on drugs has dramatically decreased, but there is less agreement over what polices should replace drug prohibition. On Friday, Mar…

 

‘Teen Mom’ Amber Portwood Discusses Past Drug Abuse – Newsday

‘Teen Mom’ Amber Portwood discusses past drug abuse – Newsday


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'Teen Mom' Amber Portwood discusses past drug abuse
Newsday
'Teen Mom' Amber Portwood discusses past drug abuse. Published: December 19, 2013 8:05 PM. Former "Teen Mom" reality-TV star Amber Portwood says she was a substance abuser during her entire run on that MTV show. "This is actually my first time on 
'Teen Mom' Amber Portwood: I ate fentanyl patches in rehabToday.com (blog)
Amber Portwood: I Was Always High On Teen Mom, Ate Drugs in Rehab (VIDEO)GossipCop

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New study: drug use down in teens – KFVS

New study: drug use down in teens
KFVS
In the war on drugs, a new study says for the most part, the drugs are losing. Experts released results from the Monitoring the Future survey Wednesday, and it shows synthetic drug use by teens is down, but one popular drug is on the rise. Researchers

Louisville Businessman’s Pill Guard Touted as New Weapon Against Prescription … – the Courier-Journal

Louisville businessman’s Pill Guard touted as new weapon against prescription … – The Courier-Journal

Louisville businessman's Pill Guard touted as new weapon against prescription
The Courier-Journal
Roger Hayes, CEO of Pillguard, is marketing a new pill dispenser that is designed to reduce prescription drug abuse. The device can hold up to 60 pills and can only be accessed with a PI. Hayes would like to move production of the device to Kentucky.

Drug Abuse Statistics – Google News

 

Reframing The War On Drugs – WBUR

Reframing The War On Drugs
WBUR
So how has that War On Drugs worked out? After more than 40 years, the U.S. has spent tens of billions of dollars on it, and now has the highest incarceration rate in the world — largely because of drug sentencing policies. And addiction rates, while

Drug Abuse Statistics – Google News

Uruguay Legalizes Marijuana, Will Other Countries Follow?

Uruguay Legalizes Marijuana, Will Other Countries Follow?
With Uruguay having made marijuana legal, other countries may be looking to follow their example and bring the War on Drugs to an end. This will, in turn, change how drug detox is implemented and drug addiction is treated. (PRWeb December 14, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11413218.htm Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results

 

Toledo Treatment Center Launches Initiative to Decrease Number of Drug-Related Deaths
A Toledo treatment center is adding programs toward getting people free from drug and alcohol dependency. Call (855) 912-7867 for an appointment at Drug Addiction Treatment Centers. (PRWeb December 14, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/toledo-treatment-center/drugs-opioids-oxycontin/prweb11418410.htm Drug Addiction – Yahoo News Search Results